RivCoDCSS - Coffee Break Podcast: National Child Support

In this episode of the Coffee Break Podcast, host Marquese Howard interviews Commissioner Tanguler Gray from the Federal Office of Child Support Services. Commissioner Gray discusses her journey from Georgia, to her current role, emphasizing her vision for child support services centered on "engagement" through people, processes, and performance. She highlights key initiatives, including regulatory changes for tribal communities. The episode also focuses on engaging fathers in child support programs and the significance of Child Support Awareness Month, while Commissioner Gray shares her personal goals for work-life balance. Chapters Introduction to the Podcast [00:00:00] # Podcast TimestampsMarquise Howard welcomes listeners and introduces Commissioner Tangela Gray. Commissioner Gray's Background [00:00:47] Commissioner Gray shares her journey and experience leading to her current role. Key Initiatives Since December 2021 [00:03:21] Discussion on key initiatives and the vision of engagement in child support services. Future Vision Beyond 2024 [00:05:35] Gray discusses future initiatives and foundational changes for child support services. Fatherhood Engagement Plans [00:09:47] Plans to enhance fatherhood engagement through various initiatives and programs. National Fatherhood Summit Announcement [00:15:33] Details about the upcoming National Fatherhood Summit in August 2023. Child Support Awareness Month [00:16:08] Importance of August as Child Support Awareness Month and its historical significance. Community Engagement Activities [00:19:21] Discussion on local outreach efforts for Child Support Awareness Month in Riverside County. Future Professional Goals by 2025 [00:21:51] Gray shares her goals related to a leadership development program ending in 2025. Personal Goals by 2025 [00:24:12] Gray expresses her desire for a more balanced lifestyle and self-care. Contact Information for Further Inquiries [00:25:22] Gray provides contact details for listeners to reach her office for more information